Lesser bushbabies, or lesser galagos, are of the genus Galago. They are classified, along with the other bushbaby and genera in the family . They are probably the most numerous primate in Africa, and can be found in every large forest on the continent, inhabiting forested areas, savannas, riverine bush and open woodlands.
Bushbabies generally consume three types of food in various proportions and combinations:
animal prey, fruit, and gum. Although their diet consists mainly on small invertebrates (mostly insects), some species also eat and possibly other small animals.
Bushbabies aka Galagos are tree dwelling primates and are capable of leaping significant distances, up to and sometimes greater than 2.5 metres (8 ft 2 in), using flattened disks on their feet and hands as a way of grasping branches.
Galagos are tree dwelling primates and are capable of leaping significant distances, up to and sometimes greater than 2.5 metres (8 ft 2 in), using flattened disks on their feet and hands as a way of grasping branches.
Galagos are nocturnal like owls, bats, and cats, foraging at night and sleeping in trees during the day.
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